To The Pointe ACADEMY OF DANCE

Ashton started dancing at 2 years old at Margo Battaglia’s Studio of Danse where she fell in love with the art. For 9 years, she took classes in ballet, tap, and jazz. In 2007, Ashton began dancing with Nikki and Allison at To the Pointe. There she was trained in technique, classical ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary, and hip hop. Ashton was challenged in all genres, pushing her out of her comfort zones. This aided in her journey as a Dancing Fillie on the Assumption High School’s dance team where she served as Captain her senior year. Ashton was chosen as an American All-Star all four years of high school, and she had the opportunity to dance at New Orleans Saints football games. During this time, Ashton was helping as a protege in a variety of classes at To the Pointe. She later became a teacher assistant while studying Psychology and Humanities at Nicholls State University. She has been teaching for TTP for over 8 years now. If she isn't teaching she is usually at our receptionist desk ready to help all of our customers! Ashton loves teaching students of all ages and enjoys getting to know their families.

Madison always had a love for music, movement, and the art of dance.  Even at an early age, Madison would listen to music, and she would start to dance as if she couldn’t help it.  She began gymnastics at the age of 3.5. She got the movement and the music from gymnastics, but there was something missing.  At the age of 6, after taking gym for 2.5 years, she decided to try dancing. Madison immediately knew that she found a new love.  

When Madison was 9 years old, To The Pointe started a completion team. At the age of 12, Madison attended JUMP dance convention and received a class scholarship to attend a week-long workshop in Long Beach, California called “Dancerpalooza.”  While in Long Beach, Madison took classes and learned from some of the best choreographers in the industry. The following year, after being a JUMP VIP runner-up, Madison along with two others traveled all the way to Las Vegas, Nevada to compete for “Best Dancer.”  This particular convention/nationals hosted some of the best dancers in the dance world. It was an amazing experience to see them perform and see just how hard they really do train.  

After an audition process she became a Streetz Company Assistant.  She traveled throughout the southern United States, assisted choreographers, met so many wonderful people and experienced things that she never thought possible.  She assisted for four consecutive years. At nationals, the assistants are allowed to compete for “Dancer of the Year.” Over the summer of 2018, Madison was in the Top 20 for the “Dancer of the Year” competition.

Over the years, Madison has won several scholarship/awards including, class scholarships, studio scholarships, and elite scholarships. The two accomplishments that are the most special to her are being in the Top 20 for Dancer of the Year and receiving “The Rock Star Award” from Lex Ishimoto while attending JUMP Dance Convention/Competition. Madison decided at one of the competitions that she was going to compete in the Improv Category.  After doing well and showing her teachers what she was capable of, she was given the opportunity to self-choreograph her own solo.  After having this opportunity, not only did it open different doors in the dance world, but she also found a new love that encompasses everything that she truly loves: music, movement, different beats and so much more.  

Her solos have won several special awards such as, Idol Soloist, Outstanding in Dance Judge’s Award, Judge’s Contemporary Award, Beautiful Movement Quality Judge’s Award, and All-Star Dance Award.

Not only has Madison choreographed her own solos but has also assisted in choreographing a duet, several competition dances, several recreational dances at TTP and was even given the opportunity to choreograph two group dances for the Lutcher High School.  Choreographing is something Madison as loved forward to for several years now and she looks forward to upcoming years and watching the growth and improvement of each of the kids here at TTP. 

Marlo started dancing at the age of 4 with Claudette Davis. She studied classical ballet, tap, jazz and later on hip hop. She continued to take classes recreationally throughout her childhood. She was a varsity cheerleader throughout high school and attended the Citrus Bowl in Orlando, Florida to perform in the half-time show. She continued taking dance classes throughout college. She was a member of Delta Zeta Sorority for 4 years. While a member she choreographed and helped create their song fest numbers. Marlo has been volunteering her time assisting our acrobatics/strength and conditioning classes for 2 years now. She recently became employed by TTP in September teaching our competition team and recreational classes.  Marlo takes online courses in acrobatics and strength training with CLI Studios. She is certified in acrobatics through the Acrobatic Arts Company. Also, she has played a part in helping her daughter over the past 7 years through her competition and training, spending countless hours in classes with professional dancers. 

Marlo has a bachelors degree in Elementary Education with a certification in Pre-kindergarten through 8th grade. While teaching at West Thibodaux she was the cheer moderator. She has been an educator for 20 years. Most recently she began teaching online ESL classes. Marlo’s greatest joy is seeing the growth of her students no matter what the lesson is, whether it be science or dance. She takes pride in her work and puts the children’s needs and safety first and foremost. Marlo is excited to be part of the team and looks forward to getting back in the studio to train.